February 5, 2024, The Northrop Group
In all things real estate, Jessica Northrop, Brittany Morgan and Sarah Bangert bring a wealth of information to their clients as part of The Northrop Group. As top producers for Compass, the leading brokerage in both Denver and the United States for three years running, this powerhouse team has seen it all through decades of experience in the marketplace.
Jessica helped start Compass Denver as Founding Agent five years ago with Brittany and Sarah both joining as part of the original wave of Compass brokers in its first year in Denver 2019. Throughout the last five years, the Denver market has experienced unprecedented growth in the midst of fluctuating mortgage rates, soaring demand, a global pandemic and rising home values. Through it all, the team has joined together to help clients throughout the area which has also included some of the most notable sales in Colorado. In 2023, 1334 S Grapevine Road in Golden (known as “Bear Mountain Ranch”) closed for $14,705,000 making it the highest reported sale in the Denver MLS in two years. In 2022, Northrop Group members sold 7007 Daniels Park Road ($8,040,000) and 31 Albion Place ($6,340,000), the two highest sales in Douglas County.
Jessica Northrop (above) offers her recap and upcoming look at the Denver market
With all that experience and expertise comes wisdom, and Jessica shared her thoughts, predictions and advice for Denver residents…
Jessica: The market in the metro area felt on “PAUSE” for most of the year, specifically the last half of the year. Buyers were hesitant and lacked sense of urgency. Most sellers were not overly motivated to reduce their price due to the lack of inventory. Cash buyers were at an advantage and saw less competition from buyers seeking mortgages due to higher interest rates.
Jessica: Although we did see inventory rise, homebuyers were still faced with lack of strong inventory. Sellers were challenged with readjusting their expectation to a traditional buying process and less hyper offers. The number of offers presented on a home was lower, days on market longer, and contingencies returned on most contracts.
Jessica: Looking ahead in 2024, I predict a strong market due to both buyers and sellers adjusting to and accepting the normalizing marketing we are now in. The reduction of interest rates will have more buyers enter the market. As rates lower, I believe we will also see sellers listing properties not wanting to miss out on this round of buyer activity.
Jessica: For buyers considering a purchase, competition will rise as rates start to fall, so don’t delay on entering the market. The lower the rate, the more competitive the buying process. Home sellers should anticipate a strong first and second quarter. Traditionally, the real estate market slows near an election. If you would like to sell this year, I would recommend selling in January – June…the sooner the better.
The beautiful 3533 Tejon Street in Denver is one of The Northrop Group's featured listings in 2024.
One thing is certain: 2024 promises to be another exciting year of activity and opportunities in the market! We are looking forward to helping guide our clients to their best possible decisions in the year ahead!
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